Ingredients:
3 tablespoons real maple syrup
3 tablespoons aged balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons strong earl grey brewed tea, cooled
3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
6 cups mixed greens ( mesclun)
4 cups fresh baby spinach
1 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped ( about 2 cups)
1 bunch fresh basil, chopped
1 bunch fresh mint, chopped
1 bunch sliced green onions, sliced ( scallions)
2 bosc pears, thinly sliced or 3 tablespoons raisins
Directions:
Prepare salad dressing and allow to marinate at least 3 hours.
Rinse mixed greens and spinach leaves well and remove all excess moisture.
Toss greens and spinach carefully with the herbs and the green onions.
If using pears, slice up pears just before serving then toss salad lightly with a small amount of the salad dressing. (The acidity in the dressing will stop the pears from turning brown.) If using raisins, they should be added to the salad just before serving.
Serve with crusty French bread, a platter of fresh fruit, imported olives and cheese and your favorite white wine.
Servings: 6-8
Time preparation: 10 min.
Time total: 10 min.